GDPR Compliance Checklist

Data Mapping and Inventory:

Identify what personal data you collect and process.Document the purpose of data processing and where it's stored.

Legal Basis for Processing:

Determine the lawful basis for processing personal data.Ensure you have a legal basis for each processing activity.

Consent Management:

If relying on consent, ensure it's freely given, specific, and easily withdrawable.Keep records of consent.

Privacy Notices:

Create clear and concise privacy notices for data subjects.Explain the purpose of data processing, data retention periods, and data subject rights.

Data Minimization:

Collect and process only data that is necessary for the intended purpose.

Data Access Requests:

Develop a process for handling data access requests from data subjects.Respond promptly, typically within one month.

Security Measures:

Implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures.Protect personal data from breaches.

Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs):

Conduct DPIAs for high-risk data processing activities.

Data Protection Officer (DPO):

Appoint a DPO if required by GDPR.

Data Transfers:

Ensure any international data transfers comply with GDPR rules, such as using Standard Contractual Clauses or other lawful mechanisms.

Incident Response Plan:

Develop a data breach response plan.Notify authorities and affected data subjects of data breaches within GDPR timeframes.

Records of Processing Activities:

Maintain records of your data processing activities as required by GDPR.

Third-Party Processors:

Ensure that any third-party processors you use are GDPR compliant.Sign GDPR-compliant data processing agreements with them.

Employee Training:

Train your staff on GDPR principles and practices.

Consent Revocation:

Enable data subjects to easily revoke consent or exercise their rights.

Regular Audits and Assessments:

Regularly audit your data processing activities to ensure ongoing compliance.

Documentation:

Keep detailed records of your GDPR compliance efforts.

Check your compliance: https://gdpr.eu/checklist/

Please consult the latest GDPR guidelines and consult with legal experts to ensure you're in compliance with all applicable regulations. Additionally, you can find updated GDPR checklists and resources from reputable sources online.